Ancient Egypt: Pyramids, Mummies, and More

Who were the primary builders of the pyramids according to recent archaeological findings?

• Prisoners of war

• Foreign laborers

• Citizens working for food

• Slaves

What was the purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• Temples for worship

• Marketplaces

• Tombs for pharaohs

• Military fortresses

What was the first step in the mummification process?

• Placing the body in a sarcophagus

• Washing the body

• Removing internal organs

• Wrapping the body in bandages

Which river was crucial to the survival and development of ancient Egyptian civilization?

• Amazon

• Nile

• Yangtze

• Mississippi

Who was the most important god in ancient Egyptian mythology?

• Anubis

• Osiris

• Ra

• Bastet

What was the primary role of pharaohs in ancient Egypt?

• Religious leaders

• Military leaders

• Kings and rulers

• Merchants

What was the purpose of hieroglyphics in ancient Egypt?

• Writing and communication

• Religious rituals

• Decoration

• Mathematical calculations

Which of the following was NOT an invention of the ancient Egyptians?

• Toothbrush

• Scissors

• Wigs

• Electricity

What unusual method did ancient Egyptian women use to wear perfume?

• Applied to jewelry

• Sprayed on clothes

• Worn on their heads as a perfumed cone

• Mixed with water

What was the name of the popular board game played by ancient Egyptians?

• Chess

• Checkers

• Senet

• Backgammon